Light and Easy Monte Cristo Sandwiches Recipe 🥪

Overview:

Some recipes make you go HHMMM! Luckily, I tried this one and it made us go YUM! This isn’t the normal combo you’d see on a sandwich, but it’s very tasty! These Light and Easy Monte Cristo Sandwiches are quick, easy, and low-calorie. Another delight from Cooking Light.

Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Ham, Pork, Cheese, Meat, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
Total Time: 30 minutes
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: 396.5
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5)

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredient
3 slices	Swiss cheese
8 slices	Smoked ham
4 slices	Bread
1/4 cup	Nonfat milk
1/3 cup	Egg whites
2 tsp	Mustard
2 tsp	Powdered sugar
	Cooking spray
	Jam (for topping)

Instructions:

Assemble sandwiches:
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- Spread 1 teaspoon of mustard over each bread slice.
- Place 1 slice of Swiss cheese over 4 slices of bread.
- Divide the smoked ham among the sandwiches.
- Cover with the remaining bread slices.
Prepare the egg mixture:
- In a shallow bowl, mix the egg whites and nonfat milk together.
Cook the sandwiches:
- Spray a cooking skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat, or you may use an electric skillet.
- Dip both sides of the sandwiches into the milk and egg mixture.
- Cook the sandwiches in the skillet until lightly browned on each side, about 3 minutes per side.
Serve:
- Transfer the sandwiches to a serving platter.
- Sprinkle the top of each sandwich with powdered sugar.
- Top each sandwich with a dollop of jam.

Nutritional Information per Serving:

Calories: 396.5
Total Fat: 13.9g
- Saturated Fat: 6.5g
Cholesterol: 45.7mg
Sodium: 943.1mg
Total Carbohydrates: 46.6g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.5g
- Sugar: 16.7g
Protein: 20.6g

Tips and Tricks:

You can customize these sandwiches by adding ingredients like turkey, chicken, or even avocado.
Serve with a side salad or fresh fruit for a complete meal.
Experiment with different types of cheese for varying flavors.

Enjoy these Light and Easy Monte Cristo Sandwiches for a quick and delicious lunch or snack! They’re perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekends. 😋🥪